Don’t Overlook Vintage Quality
by Teri Griffith.
(Davie, Florida USA)
Jewelry making is a wonderful hobby, a creative outlet and can be a source of income. Being resourceful and clever with an eye towards quality is another aspect not to be overlooked.

Solid brass vintage key and key hole necklace
You may not appreciate the bygone style of vintage but you can not deny its use of quality components.

Knife handle with mother of pearl
Take a closer look at vintage beads, house wares and materials before you purchase new findings or semi precious stones.

Vintage brooch and necklace combined
Chances are vintage quality is sitting in a thrift store or salvage shop waiting to be rediscovered and utilized in your creative process.
Teri Griffith
Creatively Hatched at Etsy